In order to create a kinder world, we must create kinder people. This starts not only with those of us who can understand what this means but also by raising kind children who will eventually be the next generation of adults to lead our world. 

In an article titled Raising a Kind Person, the author Reggie Joiner discusses the benefits and steps for raising kind people. Not only does being kinder make you happier, but it has proven health benefits too. Scientist David Hamilton states that kindness positively impacts the brain, heart, immune system, and may even be a treatment for depression. However, kindness may be a harder concept for children to grasp when upsetting events occur, such as a bully at school or a sibling ruining an art project. This is where simple questions can help direct your child towards compassion and understanding, and away from aggression and revenge. Additionally, these questions steer a child towards kindness through empathy and support. By implementing these practices into the upbringing of our children, it will eventually become second nature for them.